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The Secret to Surviving the Change to Daylight Savings Time

Here’s one more secret nobody tells you about being a parent until you’re in the club: that extra hour of…

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How to Deal with Bullies: Tips for Grown-Ups and Kids

When learning how to deal with bullies, know that your behaviour is the only behaviour you can control. Understanding your role can bring a semblance of acceptance to an otherwise painful and unfair situation.

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Screen Timeout. Are Families Rejecting Tech?

There was no point in hoping for a screen timeout. Digital technology is a big part of life for young and old alike. This is how we live now, we thought.

Things I Am Thankful For This Pandemic Thanksgiving - SavvyMom

5 Things I Am Thankful For, Thanks to the Pandemic

We’re not out of the woods yet. We still need to be cautious and take precautions. But I can’t help but reflect on the things I am thankful for, thanks to the pandemic.

Why I'm a Mean Mom - SavvyMom

Why My Kids Think I’m the Ultimate Mean Mom

“Cool Moms” often raise mean girls so I’m ok with the “Mean Mom” label. Here’s the vile things I do to earn that prestigious title.

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A Look at Postpartum Depression vs. Postpartum Blues

The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time, but it is also exhausting and overwhelming. How do I know if it’s postpartum depression?

What is Sex-Positive Parenting - SavvyMom

Is Sex-Positive Parenting the New Frontier?

All parents, regardless of their comfort level, experience, personal/religious values, or children’s age can practice sex-positive parenting.

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Pneumococcal Disease? Huh? What Moms Should Know About PD

One of the vaccine preventable diseases you may not have heard of is pneumococcal disease (that’s one for the new vocabulary list).

Scheduling Sex

Why We Started Scheduling Sex in Our Calendars

Before I became a parent I would roll my eyes at the idea of planning date nights and scheduling sex. “Oh come on, having kids can’t be that bad.”